December weather forecast
Lewna, The Gambia

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lewna, is also a hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.5°C (86.9°F) and min 23.8°C (74.8°F).

Temperature

Lewna's shift into December sets the average high-temperature at a still hot 30.5°C (86.9°F), a figure that deviates only slightly from November's 31.8°C (89.2°F). In December, Lewna encounters an average low-temperature of 23.8°C (74.8°F) during the night.

Heat index

The heat index for December is appraised at a hot 31°C (87.8°F). With constant exposure and activity, a state of weariness might ensue, leading to potential heat cramps.
For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. Being under direct sunlight might amplify the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Younglings are generally more in peril than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Coupled with a larger skin surface relative to their tiny bodies and greater heat production because of their activity, they become more at risk.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 42%.

Rainfall

In Lewna, rain does not fall in January, February and December.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:13 and sunset at 18:36. On the last day of December, in Lewna, sunrise is at 07:28 and sunset at 18:49 GMT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Lewna is 9.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January, April through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is December in Lewna?
In December, in Lewna, the average high-temperature is 30.5°C (86.9°F), and the average low-temperature is 23.8°C (74.8°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in December is appraised at 31°C (87.8°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Lewna?
In Lewna, the average relative humidity in December is 42%.
What is the driest month in Lewna?
January, February and December are months without rainfall.
Does it rain in Lewna in December?
In December, in Lewna, it doesn't rain. November is the latest month when it rains.
What is the month with the shortest days in Lewna?
With an average of 11h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Lewna.
How many hours of daylight does Lewna have in December?
In Lewna, The Gambia, the average day length in December is 11h and 20min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Lewna?
On the first day of December in Lewna, The Gambia, sunrise is at 07:13 and sunset at 18:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:28 and sunset at 18:49 GMT.
How long on average sun shines in December in Lewna?
In December, the average sunshine duration in Lewna is 9.5h.
What are the months with the highest UV index in Lewna?
The months with the highest UV index in Lewna are January, April through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
What is the UV index intensity in December in Lewna?
The average daily maximum UV index in December in Lewna, The Gambia, is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December - Lewna, The Gambia
Average temperature in December
Lewna, The Gambia
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is November (31.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is May (28.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (26.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (21.6°C).

Average pressure in December - Lewna, The Gambia
Average pressure in December
Lewna, The Gambia
  • Average pressure in December: 1012mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1012.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1010.3mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Lewna, The Gambia
Average wind speed in December
Lewna, The Gambia
  • Average wind speed in December: 17.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (18.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (12.8km/h).

Average humidity in December - Lewna, The Gambia
Average humidity in December
Lewna, The Gambia
  • Average humidity in December: 42%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (39%).

Average rainfall in December - Lewna, The Gambia
Average rainfall in December
Lewna, The Gambia
  • Average rainfall in December: 0mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (177mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Lewna, The Gambia
Average rainfall days in December
Lewna, The Gambia
  • Average rainfall days in December: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.2 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lewna, The Gambia
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Lewna, The Gambia
  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 9h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are March, April and May (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December - Lewna, The Gambia
Average sunshine days in December
Lewna, The Gambia
  • Average sunshine days in December: 30.7 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (30.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.3 days).

Average UV index in December - Lewna, The Gambia
Average UV index in December
Lewna, The Gambia
  • Average UV index in December: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and March (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in December - Lewna, The Gambia
Average cloud cover in December
Lewna, The Gambia
  • Average cloud cover in December: 14

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in December - Lewna, The Gambia
Average visibility in December
Lewna, The Gambia
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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